Couscous Bake

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Couscous Bake—a one-pan wonder that's loaded with vibrant vegetables, aromatic spices, and gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make casserole features fluffy couscous cooked to perfection in a savory medley of diced tomatoes, zucchini, and red bell peppers, all brought to life with hints of oregano, basil, and paprika. Topped with a golden layer of mozzarella and Parmesan, this dish transitions effortlessly from stovetop to oven for a deliciously crispy, cheesy finish. Ready in under an hour and perfect for serving a family of six, this comforting vegetarian recipe is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of flavor and color, and enjoy a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup couscous (uncooked)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (including the liquid), vegetable broth, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Once the mixture is simmering, stir in the uncooked couscous. Remove from heat and cover with a lid or foil for 5 minutes to let the couscous absorb the liquid.

Step 7

Remove the lid and fluff the couscous with a fork. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the couscous bake rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1563.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1966.8

Total Fat 82.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 128.2mg	0%
Sodium 4027.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 85.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1572.4mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2774.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 45.1%